Batista flees Cuba as rebel Castro rejects new provisional gov
In Havana President Batista flees to the Dominican Republic amid a civil war. A new junta forms under Piedra but Castro rejects the arrangement, calling for continued resistance while warning of further bloodshed. Military leaders depart for the United States as Cuba faces extended unrest and possible general strikes.
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Cuban refugees flee to the United States from Batista era
Cuban exiled leaders and family members arrived by plane in Jacksonville and New Orleans seeking political asylum after Batista fled to the Dominican Republic. The group reportedly includes Francisco Tabernilla and Pilar Garcia, among others, with more arrivals planned in New York.
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Pasadena Parade Honors Float Winners in 70th Tournament of Roses
Glendale wins sweepstakes with Adventures in Fantasy. Long Beach tops population division for fourth year with Adventures in Universe despite a near crash caused by a drunk driver. other honors include Quaker Oats Arabian Nights grand prize and California State Polytechnic College St George and the Dragon theme prize. Torrance, Lakewood, Downey, and South Gate noted for placement in population categories.
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Fires and explosions claim dozens in scattered blazes
Across the United States fires and explosions killed many, including a mother and three daughters in Vincennes Indiana, and a family of four in Rochester New York. Other tragedies struck Houston San Francisco Seattle and Maryland while wildfires close to Los Angeles drove thousands from homes and forced evacuations as fire crews battled 80 dwellings and 10,000 acres of brush blazes. Local officials reported dramatic scenes and danger from strong winds and low humidity as the New Year approached.
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Soviet Envoy Seeks Khrushchev Eisenhower Meeting
Soviet diplomat Anastas Mikoyan travels to Washington for private talks and to gauge prospects for a heads of state meeting with Premier Khrushchev next spring. If talks stall, Mikoyan and Khrushchev’s ally may pursue alternative channels toward a summit. The trip includes discussions with U.S. leaders and hints at an unofficial peace plan extending beyond the East West feud.
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Where to Find It Temperature and Cuba Coverage Notice
The page directs readers to related stories on Batista’s downfall and potential bloodshed with cross references to multiple sections including Page A-10 for Cuba coverage, Page 4-23 for Hal Boyle, and pages spanning sports, classifieds, editorial and other features.
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Mexican officials claim Guatemala machine gunned three boats accused of illegal fishing in territorial waters. One boat owner was killed and a crewman wounded. Guatemala says two boats belonged to Mexico. Diplomatic tensions rise over apology. Authorities report wounded crewmen hospitalized in Guatemala City.
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Red China in Drive Against Foreigners
A Sydney report cites a new Communist China campaign against foreigners. A group of 25 refugees arrived from Hong Kong, saying Harbin suppression forced their move. The World Council of Churches assists. an elderly woman describes denied work and forced relocation.
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